Confused about how this offers more storage space than a shelf with a normal rod under it. It seems only to restrict the number of places you can put hangers. Is it really that great to be able to place a few hangers sideways against the wall? $480 great?

It seems more pretty than practical to me.

yeah not to be negative, but its cute with 2 things on it. full its going to look very plain.

everyone who pays market rate in nyc pays for the GR's to live in the West Village.

I"M TIRED OF PAYING RENT FOR THE GR's!!!

Jeez, I would think that anyone who has the money to spend on such impractical storage as this would also have the cash to rent a place with spacious closets, or to purchase a nice armoire, so that the clothing would be protected from dust........

Hmm.. I agree with the comments above. It is pretty for sure, but I don't know how it qualifies as "ingenious" since it's basically a shelf with space for a few hangers. I'll pass.

Ingenious? maybe. Different? a little. $480? no thank you. Pass

I don't know, I think it's cute - would look nice in an entryway, where you don't want to hae a TON of stuff on it...I like the bench and shelf together and could picture this in the back entry of our place - a perfect spot to hang your coat, take off your shoes - and it's not loaded down with all the weight of Pottery barn type entry things. I'd buy it.

Attractive design and could look nice if you have place big enough for a "mudroom", but I agree too expensive by far and not that clever for the price.

oh I just love this. very streamlined and a great natural finish that really would look crisp in any space.

The "molger" unit at Ikea is very similar to this, especially the bench.

I just bought and received the bench. It is actually very comfortable.